Pentax Q - what aspect ratio
Posted 14/08/2012 - 16:25
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Me? Shooting 4:3, cropping in LR.
4:3 gives 12Mp
3:2 gives 10Mp
1:1 gives 9Mp
4:3 gives 12Mp
3:2 gives 10Mp
1:1 gives 9Mp
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Posted 14/08/2012 - 16:35
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yes I've just set mine to 4:3 to give max mp
keep the replies coming peeps be interested to hear what others do too
Thanks Matt
keep the replies coming peeps be interested to hear what others do too
Thanks Matt
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Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Posted 14/08/2012 - 16:58
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Currently got mine set to 4:3, with cropping in LR as required.
Posted 14/08/2012 - 17:07
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you enjoying it so far JR ? ... know it's early days n all that lol
didn't see in the menus anywhere to choose raw format - is anyone aware if there is a way to select ?
didn't see in the menus anywhere to choose raw format - is anyone aware if there is a way to select ?
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Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Posted 14/08/2012 - 17:19
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The RAW will be just that
But the embedded JPG can have its aspect ratio & filters set (along with the +JPG too of course).
Matt
But the embedded JPG can have its aspect ratio & filters set (along with the +JPG too of course).
Matt
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Posted 14/08/2012 - 17:28
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judderman62 wrote:
you enjoying it so far JR ? ... know it's early days n all that lol
didn't see in the menus anywhere to choose raw format - is anyone aware if there is a way to select ?
Yes. How about you?you enjoying it so far JR ? ... know it's early days n all that lol
didn't see in the menus anywhere to choose raw format - is anyone aware if there is a way to select ?
I'm more enthusiastic about the Q than I have been about a camera for a long time. Really enjoying getting to grips with it. Can't wait to be able to go out and use it properly!
Posted 14/08/2012 - 17:29
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Alongside getting to grips with the Q I'm also reorganising my Lightroom library, so if anyone has any tips for that...
Posted 14/08/2012 - 17:54
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BigJR wrote:
I'm more enthusiastic about the Q than I have been about a camera for a long time. Really enjoying getting to grips with it.
Why is that? I've seen plenty of people expressing similar feelings, but no-one really explains why. It seems to have a number of shortcomings compared with a DSLR, but plenty of people prefer it.
I'm more enthusiastic about the Q than I have been about a camera for a long time. Really enjoying getting to grips with it.
Posted 14/08/2012 - 18:29
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yes i'm quite liking it so far - all 7 or 8 hours I've owned it and spent around 20-30 mins with it lol. Loving how it's a miniature DSLR - all the settings, facilities, features and way of working you'd expect from your K5 are same or very similar and as Blunty says .... it's FUN !!!!
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Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Posted 14/08/2012 - 18:30
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I don't prefer it to a DSLR it's a different camera not better. Sometimes I may not want to carry DSLR kit..well all the reasons have been expressed already all over tinterweb I'm not gonna go over them again.
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Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Posted 14/08/2012 - 18:44
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milamber wrote:
It's difficult to explain why. I prefer a DSLR for most things. The Q has shortcomings but it has advantages too. Photography isn't always about image quality. I think you have to use one to see how it fits in for you. It has added an additional dimension to what I do. For me it's more about feeling and inspiration and I'm now never withoot a camera. Lots of intangibles that are difficult to explain.
BigJR wrote:
I'm more enthusiastic about the Q than I have been about a camera for a long time. Really enjoying getting to grips with it.
Why is that? I've seen plenty of people expressing similar feelings, but no-one really explains why. It seems to have a number of shortcomings compared with a DSLR, but plenty of people prefer it.I'm more enthusiastic about the Q than I have been about a camera for a long time. Really enjoying getting to grips with it.
Posted 14/08/2012 - 19:04
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Let's stop comparing the Q to a DSLR!
It's NOT a DSLR, never meant to compete with a DSLR, it's not aimed at the DSLR market, it's a different beast altogether!
We don't compare compacts to medium format cameras which is just as ridiculous, take the 'Q' for what it is and what it's meant to do....all cameras have their own limitations.
It's NOT a DSLR, never meant to compete with a DSLR, it's not aimed at the DSLR market, it's a different beast altogether!
We don't compare compacts to medium format cameras which is just as ridiculous, take the 'Q' for what it is and what it's meant to do....all cameras have their own limitations.
Regards,
Michael
Michael
Posted 14/08/2012 - 19:15
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good points Michael :0)
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Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2
Posted 14/08/2012 - 19:20
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The Q generates a similar excitement to that which the original Auto110 did. You see it, you want it, it's a beautiful thing in its own right.
However, in addition , it actually takes excellent images as well. It isn't as easy to use universally as a DSLR, but it's not an all purpose camera. I can carry a Q where I can't carry a DSLR and I can make it work for me to make images that I can use.
However, in addition , it actually takes excellent images as well. It isn't as easy to use universally as a DSLR, but it's not an all purpose camera. I can carry a Q where I can't carry a DSLR and I can make it work for me to make images that I can use.
Best regards, John
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is there much to choose between 4:3 and 3:2 and what difference does ot make to IQ and are there any advantages of one over the other ?
cheers all
Mike
Pentax K5 / Pentax K5 11/ Pentax K200D / Canon Rebel T1 i / Canon 650D / Pentax MX-1 / Fuji XF1 /Fuji X 10 / Canon EOS-M / Canon G10/ Pentax Mz-7 x 2